英文介绍北京Beijing（可编辑）.docVIP

Beijing, China Beijing Literally means “Northern capital” Metropolis in northern China Capital of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) Second Largest city in term of population, after Shanghai (15.38 million) One of the six ancient cities in China Climate Monsoon-influenced humid continental Hot humid summers Harshly cold, windy, dry winters Average temperatures January: 19 to 24 degrees F July: 77-79 degrees F May: High 78 Low 57 Annual Precipitation: 25.1 inches Climate Beijing suffers from heavy pollution and poor air quality from industry and traffic. Dust from erosion of deserts in northern and northwest China result in seasonal dust storms that plague the city. In the first four months of 2006 there were no fewer than eight such storms. Lately efforts have been made to clean up Beijing in preparation for the 2008 summer Olympics. Economy In 2005, Beijing’s nominal GDP was 681.45 billion RMB (about 84 billion USD). Year-on-year growth of 11.1[%] Urban disposable income per capita was 17,653 Yuan. Real increase of 12.9[%] from the previous year. Increasingly known for its innovative entrepreneurs and high-growth start-ups. This culture is backed by a large community of both Chinese and foreign venture capital firms. Economy Guomao area- center of the Beijing central business district Home to a variety of corporate regional headquarters, shopping malls, and high-end housing Urban Beijing- Known for being a center of pirated goods and anything from designer clothing to the latest DVD’s can be found in markets all over the city Agriculture: wheat and maize (corn) are the main crops. Vegetables are also grown in order to supply the city Problems for the City Development of Beijing continues to proceed at a rapid pace. Known for its smog as well as frequent “power saving” programs. People often complain about the quality of the water supply and the cost of the basic services such as electricity and natural gas. Urbanization Problems The ex